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    • Oahu Weather Forecast for October 02, 2026

    Oahu Weather Forecast for October 02, 2026

    The subtropical ridge will slowly build back in over the Hawaiian Islands as Tropical Storm Nolo continues to drift westward away from the Hawaii Region. Higher...

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    Oahu Surf Forecast for October 02, 2026
    Oahu Surf Forecast for October 02, 2026

    The moderate, short to medium period west to southwest swell originating from Tropical Storm Nolo will continue for Niihau and Kauai through Friday night...

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    Oahu News:

    In a major legal development, a Honolulu grand jury indicted 24-year-old Hilinaikailimakualopali Keeno for second-degree murder in connection with the fatal shooting at the Kailua Target parking lot. Tragedy also struck on Sand Island Access Road where a 40-year-old bicyclist died after a collision with a vehicle. Nature lovers mourn as the iconic Holei Sea Arch collapsed into the Pacific Ocean between September 23 and 27. In community news, renovations continue on a Makiki building to house homeless teens and young adults who aged out of the foster care system, aiming to provide shelter and training. Additionally, Honolulu firefighters extinguished an early-morning fire at the Leeward Drive-Inn in Waipahu. Finally, Hawaii has joined a coalition of states suing the Trump administration over the repeal of climate rules for power plants, highlighting ongoing environmental concerns.

    Honolulu grand jury indicts woman in fatal Kailua shooting

    Honolulu grand jury indicts woman in fatal Kailua shooting

    Oct 2, 2026 KHON2
    Defense attorney challenges evidence in Kailua Fall Festival murder case
    Oct 2, 2026 KHON2
    Suspect charged with murder in fatal Kailua shooting
    Oct 1, 2026 KHON2

    Bicyclist, 40, dies in collision on Sand Island Access Road

    Oct 2, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Fatal bicyclist accident marks Oahu's 31st death of 2026
    Oct 2, 2026 KHON2

    'Holei Sea Arch has collapsed into the Pacific Ocean'

    Oct 2, 2026 Star Advertiser
    "Iconic 90-foot Hōlei Sea Arch falls into the sea"
    Oct 2, 2026 KHON2
    Hōlei Sea Arch collapses in Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park
    Oct 2, 2026 Big Island Now

    Firefighters extinguish early-morning blaze at Leeward Drive-Inn in Waipahu

    Oct 2, 2026 Star Advertiser
    Flames erupt through roof of popular Waipahu restaurant
    Oct 2, 2026 KHON2

    Makiki building will house homeless teens, young adults who aged out of foster care system

    Oct 2, 2026 Star Advertiser

    Hawaiian Airlines changes check-in rules for neighbor island travelers starting Oct.3

    Oct 2, 2026 KHON2
    Alaska Airlines 737s begin Honolulu-Kahului flights Saturday; Neighbor Island check-in time moves to 50 minutes
    Oct 2, 2026 Maui Now

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    Island Grocery Depot marks 40 years with October events in Kahului, Lahaina

    Island Grocery Depot is holding a month-long 40th anniversary celebration in October at its Kahului and Lahaina stores, the company announced.

    After finishing first in the mayoral primary, Bissen outpaces Sugimura in fundraising 

    But it is Sugimura who has spent more as she tries to close the 5,000-vote gap from the primary election, when Bissen finished ahead of the other nine candidates.

    Hawaiʻi State Archives celebrates archives month in October

    October is National Archives Month, a yearly celebration of the value of historical documents and the work archivists do to keep the public memory. The Hawaiʻi State Archives, a division of the Department of Accounting and General Services (DAGS), has chosen to mark the occasion this year by honoring the past, present and future of Waikīkī.

    Alaska Airlines 737s begin Honolulu-Kahului flights Saturday; Neighbor Island check-in time moves to 50 minutes

    Alaska Airlines will begin flying three daily Boeing 737 flights between Honolulu and Kahului on Saturday, and Hawaiian Airlines is asking all Neighbor Island travelers to check in and drop bags at least 50 minutes before departure, up from 30 minutes.

    AAA Hawaiʻi: Gas prices tick higher, remain among nation’s highest

    Hawaiʻi gas prices remain elevated, with drivers paying some of the highest gas prices in the nation, according to the AAA Hawaiʻi Weekend Gas Watch.

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    Issued: Bacteria threshold exceedance advisory at Keālia Beach Park

    The advisory is posted because testing for enterococci indicate potentially harmful microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, protozoa or parasites could be present in the water; it will remain in effect until water sample results no longer exceed the threshold level.

    Launch ramp at Port Allen Small Boat Harbor reopens

    However, harbor slips and moorings are still closed at the small boat harbor on the south side of Kauaʻi because of extensive damage from Hurricane Lowell.

    UH study of infant brain development and microplastis funding with $3.3M federal grant

    The five-year study funded by the National Institutes of Health is trying to determine if exposure to microplastics can influence a child’s brain development and generate knowledge that can help give children a healthier start in life.

    Volcano Watch: During an eruption at the summit of Kīlauea, an intrusion happened, but how?

    On Sept. 30, as flames, spatter and lava flows erupted from the north and south vents at the summit of Kīlauea, magma was also making a new path below the surface of the caldera.

    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Friday about Hurricane Lowell recovery

    Kaua‘i County is in Day 25 of recovery from Hurricane Lowell. Cleanup, repairs and reconstruction continue after the storm caused widespread damage over Labor Day weekend.

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    State briefs for Oct 2: Updates and announcements from the State of Hawaiʻi

    October begins with information and reminders from four state departments.

    AAA Hawaiʻi: Gas prices tick higher, remain among nation’s highest

    Hawaiʻi gas prices remain elevated, with drivers paying some of the highest gas prices in the nation, according to the AAA Hawaiʻi Weekend Gas Watch.

    Water restriction notice issued for South Kohala customers amid ongoing well repairs

    Customers are being asked to reduce water use by at least 25% and irrigation customers are required to reduce use by at least 50%.

    6 people injured after pickup truck crashes in Hilo storefront

    A driver crashed into a Longs Drugs Store and hit patrons and store fixtures before coming to a stop inside the business.

    Volcano Watch: An intrusion during an eruption at the summit of Kīlauea. How does it happen?

    On Sept. 30, as flames, spatter and lava flows erupted from the north and south vents at the summit of Kīlauea, magma was also making a new path below the surface of the caldera.

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